Lennys Grill and Subs

11801 S Cleveland Ave Ste 110, Fort Myers, FL 33907

American

Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Lennys Grill and Subs five times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 24, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to six violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “label on cookies at front counter prepared and packaged onsite” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Lennys Grill and Subs' 47 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer raw frozen chicken container stored over frozen cookies container. Operator moved raw frozen chicken container to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steamer; cooked meatballs (127F - Hot Holding) Operator started reheating cooked meatballs. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.

22-02-4

Basic - Label on cookies at front counter prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. **Repeat Violation**

02D-03-4

Basic - Multiple ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination near front counter. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Self serving soda machine ice dispenser soiled with mold like substance.

22-20-5

Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked peppers at reach-in cooler. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent soiled with dust at men bathroom.

36-34-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Aug 12, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Self service soda machine nozzles soiled with food debris.

22-02-4

Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense salt at dry storage. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents soiled with dust near by entrance.

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom with holes.

33-12-4

Basic - Label on cookies prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.

02D-03-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

33-11-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance at prep area.

23-03-4

Jul 2, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Oct 12, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored near clean food equipment. Operator removed chemical. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored on shelving above food served to public. Operator employee food on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar bin. Operator labeled sugar. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Dec 1, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.. Just expired in November 2022.

53B-05-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing near back door by walk-in cooler. Per operator he has requested replacement and should be any day **Corrective Action Taken**

36-36-4

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cookies for sale at register for self service are not labeled. Operator removed rack and is serving item to customers **Corrected On-Site**

02D-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lennys Grill and Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lennys Grill and Subs on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lennys Grill and Subs?

Across the inspection record, “label on cookies at front counter prepared and packaged onsite” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lennys Grill and Subs.

How does Lennys Grill and Subs compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Lennys Grill and Subs most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Lennys Grill and Subs' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Lennys Grill and Subs have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Lennys Grill and Subs means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Lennys Grill and Subs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lennys Grill and Subs is inspected around two times per year on average.

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